Our Faith

Who We Are

Community of Christ's 250,000 members live and minister in more than 60 nations. We proclaim Jesus Christ and promote communities of joy, hope, love, and peace. Christ's mission is our mission. Learn more at www.CofChrist.org.

MISSION INITIATIVES

The five Mission Initiatives are blessings to the church. They guide us directly onto paths that help us make Christ’s mission our mission. Though the initiatives carry great importance and value individually, they work best in congregations and ministries that honor all five. In this holistic fashion, they help us know, be, and do as we serve Christ.​

Invite People to Christ

Abolish Poverty, End Suffering

Pursue Peace on Earth

Develop Disciples to Serve

Experience Congregations in Mission

ENDURING PRINCIPLES

Our Enduring Principles define the essence, heart, and soul of our faith community. They describe the personality of our church as expressed throughout the world.

Grace and Generosity

Sacredness of Creation

Continuing Revelation

Worth of All Persons

All Are Called

Responsible Choices

Pursuit of Peace (Shalom)

Unity in Diversity

Blessings of Community

What We Believe

BASIC BELIEFS

Jesus Christ is at the center of our faith and beliefs. ​​Our Basic Beliefs are not the last word, but an invitation to further explore your discipleship.

SACRAMENTS

The sacraments embody God’s grace and peace and lead to transformation of our lives and communities. The sacraments shape our identity and community life as followers of Jesus Christ. As we experience the blessings available through sacraments, we are empowered to share the peace of Jesus Christ and fulfill our mission in the world.

Baptism

Confirmation

Blessing of Children

The Lord's Supper (Communion)

Laying on of Hands for the Sick

Marriage

Ordination

Evangelist Blessing

DISCIPLES' GENEROUS RESPONSE

We are called to share with others as generously as God has shared with us. The six principles of a Disciples' Generous Response guide us in managing and sharing our resources:

Receive God's Gifts

Respond Faithfully

Align Heart and Money

Share Generously

Save Wisely

Spend Responsibly

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